Document No.: Document Type: Security Level: 270-UM-001 User Manual Open StarFinder Aire User Manual (Preliminary) Version 1.00 Dec. 05, 2015 Copyright Laipac Technology Inc.
Release History Revision Date Content 1.00 2015/12/05 It is an internal release 20 Mural Street, Unit 5, Richmond Hill Ontario L4B 1K3 Canada 2
Content 1. Introduction 1.1 Main Feature 1.2 Network Service 1.3 Care and Maintenance 2. Operation Instruction 2.1 Knowing about your SF-Aire 2.2 LED Indicators and Working Status 2.3 SIM Card and its Installation 2.3.1 Requirement of SIM Card 2.3.2 Installation of SIM card 2.4 Utility Software and its Usage 2.4.1 Utility Software LocationNowSuite 2.4.2 Usage of Utility Software 3. Specification 3.1 General Electrical & Environmental Specification 3.2 GPS Engine Specification 3.3 GSM Module Specification 3.4 Specification of Connection Cable 3
- Chapter 1 Introduction 4
1.1 Main Features The SF-Aire is a real-time postion tracking device which can work together with a remote Location-based-service-platform through GSM/GPRS networks. It contains the following major features: Qua-band GSM/GPRS 850/1900 900/1800 MHz Compliance to FCC, CE, and PTCRB Compact and robust case design support multiple installation methods Water proof compliance to IPV67 GPS, GSM/GPRS & Battery/Status Indicator LEDs 900mAh internal Li-Ion polymer rechargeable battery Built in high-sensitivity GPS receiver Intelligent Smart Logger, designed to store up to 8500 dynamic waypoint information if there being no GPRS coverage, capable of re-transmitting the information once GPRS recovers GSM/SMS or GPRS real-time position reporting by time interval or distance traveled Capable of generating external-power-lost alert report Capable of counting the vehicle s working time if it can provide a DC input voltage signal which is related to its engine s working status. Distance accumulator built in for mileage reporting Versatile multi-geo-fence, up to 20, with alert selection of Geo-fence in, out as well as both in & out Geo-fence alert email with address information Over-speed warning report Built-in motion sensor to detect impact/shock with alert report through GPRS/SMS 1 input port with optical isolator 2 output ports with built-in relay 1 analog port 1 RS232 port Wide voltage range of external DC power supply 5
1.2 Network Services In order to use SF-Aire, you must have GSM/GPRS network service from a wireless service provider. This device is approved for using GSM 850/900/1800/1900 networks. In certain case, due to limitation of the service in your local GSM/GPRS network or the service plan adapted by user, some of features coming with SF-Aire may not be available. Check with your GSM/GPRS network service provider for having a suitable service plan for user s application. 1.3 Care and Maintenance The suggestions below will help to ensure full warranty coverage of your SF-Aire. Do not store the device in areas with high temperature which can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries, and warp or melt certain plastics. Do not attempt to open the device without the knowledge of an authorized Laipac technician. Do not drop, knock, or shake the device on purpose. It will trigger tamper alerts if internal motion sensor is enabled. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the device. Read these simple guidelines below carefully. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal. Also, Read the complete user guide for further information.. 6
Interference All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could affect performance. Switch Off In Hospitals Switch the device off near medical equipment. Switch Off In Aircraft Follow any restrictions. Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft. Switch Off When Refuelling Do not use the device at a refueling point. Do not use near fuel or chemicals. Switch Off Near Blasting Follow any restrictions. Do not use the device where blasting is in progress. Qualified Service Only qualified personnel may open or repair this product. Batteries Use only approved batteries. Do not connect to incompatible products. Back Up Copies It is recommended to save important settings. Connecting To Other Devices When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not connect with incompatible products.
- Chapter 2 - Operation Instruction 8
2.1 Knowing about Your SF-Aire Fig. 2.1-1 to 2.1-4 show the locations and names of the major physical features with this product Connection cable LED indicators Fig. 2.1-1 Top view of SF-Aire Battery/Power LED indicator (Red) GPS status LED indicator (Green) GSM status LED indicator (Yellow) Fig. 2.1-2 LED indicators 9
Installation hole x 3 Connector of external GPS antenna Door for SIM card installation Fig. 2.1-3 Bottom view of SF-Aire Mini USB Connector Micro SIM card receptacle Reset Button Fig. 2.1-4 The area behind Door 10
2.2 LED Indicators and Working Status Battery/Power LED indicator (Red) GPS status LED indicator (Green) GSM status LED indicator (Yellow) Fig 2.2 LED indicators There are 3 color LED indicators on SF-Aire. They are as below Battery/Power LED indicator (Red) indicate if device has been powered on by built-in battery or external DC power supply GPS status LED indicator (Green) indicate if device has located its position or not GSM status LED indicator (Yellow) indicate if device has connected to GSM network or not Table 2.2 further describes how to identify the SF-Aire s working status by observing the behavior of those 3 LED indicators. Function Battery/Power LED GPS status LED GSM status LED Powered by external power supply On Powered built-in battery On Without any power Off Try to locate its position ON Flashing Its position has been located ON ON Try to connect GSM network ON Flashing fast Connected to GSM network ON Flashing slowly Table 2.2 11
2.3 SIM Card and its Installation 2.3.1 Requirement of SIM Card In order to use SF-Aire, user should have a valid 2G micro SIM (Subscribe Identity Module) card provided by his local GSM/GPRS service provider. This card can be with both of the GPRS data and SMS functions enabled, or only one of them. If only SMS is enabled, user s device will not able to access the Location Based Service platform through GSM/GPRS network. For example, if user wants to use Laipac s LocationNow service platform to track his SF-Aire, he needs have an enabled micro SIM card with the data service plan. 2.3.2 Installation of SIM card Follow the steps below to install the SIM card into SF-Aire. Step 1 Remove 2 screws on the door Step 2 Open the door 12
Step 3 Install SIM card Step 4 Insert card into the receptacle Step 5 Push the card to the end Step 6 Close the door and tie 2 screws 13
2.4 Utility Software and its Usage 2.4.1 Utility Software - LocationNowSuite As a position tracking device, if SF-Aire wants to work with certain Tracking Service provider s platform, such as, www.locationnow.com from Laipac Technology Inc., it should properly be configured by using the special utility software, LocationNowSuite. The computer, used for installing this utility, should be with Microsoft Windows 7/8/10 O.S as well as USB 2.0 port (recommended) Microsoft IE9 or up browser (must) Adobe Flash Player V9.0 or up for IE (must) Internet access User can download it by using the link below www.locationnow.com. 2.4.2 Usage of Utility Software Refer to another document, StarFinder Aire Operation Manual, which including the following instructions: How to install this utility software on your computer and its USB driver How to configure your SF-Aire How to upgrade your SF-Aire s application firmware 14
- Chapter 3 - Specifications 15
3.1 General Electrical & Environmental Specification Item Min Typical Max Units External DC power supply voltage 9 12 36 V External DC power supply current 300 ma Built-in Li-Ion polymer rechargeable battery 3.0 3.7 4.2 V Current Consumption while connecting 50 140 300 ma Current Consumption in operation mode (Idling) 38 44 57 ma Current consumption in operation mode (Reporting) Current Consumption in Power off Mode 130 135 140 ma - 0.7 - ua Peak Current (< 100mS) - - 1500 ma Ambient operating temperature -20-60 C Storage temperature -20-60 C Note: Table 3.1 Current consumption is subject to change in areas with lower signal s strength vs higher strength. 16
3.2 GPS Engine Specification Item Value Units Channels 66 Channels RF Frequency 1575.42 MHz Position update rate 1 Hz Position accuracy < 10 Meters Velocity accuracy 0.1 m/s Time accuracy 1 us Cold start acquisition time 35 Seconds Warm start acquisition time 33 Seconds Hot start acquisition time < 1 Seconds Maximum velocity tracked 514 m/s Maximum altitude tracked 18,000 Meters Tracking Sensitivity -165 dbm Navigation Sensitivity -160 dbm 3.3 GSM Module Specification Quad-band GSM/GPRS component (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) Class 4 (2W @ 850 / 900 MHz) Class 1 (1W @ 1800 / 1900 MHz) R&TTE, GCF, FCC, PTCRB, IC Embedded TCP/IP stack. GPRS Class 10 17
3.4 Specification of Connection Cable 3.4.1 Signal definition No. Signal Name Description Wire s colour 1 DC (+) External DC power supply (+) Red 2 GND Ground and External DC power supply (-) Black 3 Output 1 + Output port 1 connection + Light green 4 Output 1 - Output port 1 connection - Pink 5 Output 2 + Output port 2 connection + Purple 6 Output 2 - Output port 2 connection - Blue 7 Input 1+ Optical isolated input port (+) Dark green 8 Input 1- Optical isolated input port (-) Yellow 9 AD + Analog input port (+) Orange 10 AD - Analog input port (-) Grey 11 RS232 TXD RS232 data sending ( output from device) White 12 RS232 TXD RS232 data receiving (received by device) Brown 18